LGBTQ+ Resources
Below are resources and information for those who identify as LGBTQ+.
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TBINAA The Body is Not an Apology
TBINAA is a collective of activists, artists, and writers that post articles about the lived experience of LGBTQ2+ individuals and other minorities to empower voices and share inspiration and positivity. There are specific sections on gender, sexuality, ethnicity,...
LGBTQ2+ Housing and Job Groups
Queer Housing Victoria and Jobs for Queers Victoria are two community-led Facebook pages for LGBTQ2+ individuals to find welcoming places to live and work in. Admission into the groups requires answering a few questions and having a Facebook account. Housing Website:...
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is a non-profit organization run by and for trans people. Crisis support is offered through direct emotional support, confidentiality, harm reduction, financial redistribution as Trans Lifeline’s mission is to provide safe care everyone needs and...
The ArQuives
The ArQuives is a Canadian LGBTQ2+ online resource for the community to access. It was established to help with the recovery, preservation, representation, and inclusion of LGBTQ2+ history. Website: https://arquives.ca/
Scarleteen
Scarleteen is a platform to educate youth and emerging adults about sexuality, health, and relationships. This online platform offers multiple ranges of resources from books, to message boards, and live chats to encourage seeking knowledge....
The Grounding Stone
The Grounding Stone is a queer-owned counselling center in Vancouver. A variety of services are provided for connection and support among diverse groups and the community. Website: https://groundingstonehealing.com/
QVIC Life
QVIC Life is a social group at UVIC that hosts online events to create a welcoming community for LGBTQ2+ students. Website:https://www.facebook.com/QVicLife
Gender Creative Kids
Gender Creative Kids are kids who identify and express their gender in ways that differ from what others may expect. They are also sometimes referred to as gender nonconforming, gender variant, gender independent, transgender, two-spirited. This website offers a...
Empty Closets
Empty Closets is an LGBTQ website that offers a forum where you can join in on discussions or start your own, a chat room and useful articles and links. People can join for free and create their own blogs too. Website: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/resources/lgbtq/